Running large language models (LLMs) locally on your phone is no longer just a concept, it’s a practical reality with the Google AI Edge Gallery. This application allows users to execute advanced AI models directly on their devices, bypassing the need for cloud servers. AI Grid’s walkthrough demonstrates how to set up and optimize the […]
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Apple has released two notable updates: the iOS 26.5 developer beta 1 and the iOS 18.7 emergency security patch. These updates cater to different user needs, offering both new features and critical security enhancements. Whether you’re exploring the latest beta or securing an older device, these updates are essential for maintaining optimal performance and protection. […]
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Smartphone colors have become one of the more formulaic aspects of mobile design. Most brands cycle through the same soft pastels and stone-inspired neutrals, year after year, with names like Moonstone, Fog, and Porcelain doing most of the heavy lifting. It’s a safe approach that generally works, but there’s rarely any real meaning behind these choices. A color is just a color, and that’s often where the story ends.
Google seems to have had the same thought, at least for Japan. The Pixel 10a Isai Blue is a Japan-exclusive model developed in collaboration with Heralbony, a creative company that works with artists with disabilities to produce new forms of cultural expression. It celebrates a decade of Pixel phones, and rather than simply marking the occasion with a new shade, Google made the color itself worth talking about.
Japan didn’t get the Pixel 10a when it first launched globally in February, which was a bit of an odd omission given how well the A-series has performed there. The country has quietly grown into one of Google’s stronger Pixel markets, so the wait wasn’t really a sign of indifference. Returning to Japanese fans with something made specifically for them says a lot more than a straight regional rollout would.
The name alone sets this apart from anything Google has done before. “Isai” translates to unique and unparalleled individuality, and this is actually the first time a Pixel color has been given a Japanese name. Most Pixel colors borrow from the natural world, but Isai Blue is built around something more conceptual: a deep navy shade tied to Heralbony’s own brand identity and its mission to celebrate human difference.
That philosophy runs all the way through to the software, too. Three Heralbony-contracted artists, Shigaku Mizukami, Midori Kudo, and Kaoru Iga, each contributed original designs that became exclusive wallpapers on the device. Pick one of the nine available artworks, and Material You automatically reshapes the phone’s icon colors and styling to match. It’s the kind of visual cohesion you don’t usually get with a phone at this price.
Of course, the collaboration doesn’t stop at the screen. Every unit comes bundled with an exclusive bumper case designed around the Pixel 10a’s completely flat back, which does away with any camera protrusion and makes the phone far easier to set down. Original stickers are also included, and the box sleeve carries artwork by Midori Kudo, so the whole unboxing feels deliberately curated.
The Isai Blue comes in a single 256GB configuration, priced at ¥94,900 (roughly $594) and available for pre-order in Japan ahead of its May 20 sale date. It’s only available while supplies last, which fits for something that was never really meant to be a mass-market offering. Google took the time to make this feel like a genuine gesture rather than a routine launch, and Japan has every reason to feel appreciated.
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Google Vids is an AI-powered platform integrated into Google Workspace, designed to assist with video creation for users of varying experience levels. According to Paul Lipsky, one notable feature is its text-to-video generation, which uses VO3.1 technology to convert written scripts into video content. The free version allows up to 10 video creations per month, […]
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Apple’s MacBook Pro M5 Pro has emerged as an unexpected player in the gaming world, despite not being marketed as a gaming laptop. With its innovative hardware and advanced technologies, the device challenges the long-standing notion that Macs are unsuitable for gaming. However, while the hardware is undeniably powerful, limitations in native game support and […]
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The DJI Lito 1 and Lito X1 bring a fresh approach to the mini drone market, focusing on accessibility and ease of use rather than overwhelming users with advanced features. As highlighted by TechAvid, the Lito 1 is particularly suited for beginners, offering a lightweight design, 22 GB of internal storage and basic intelligent flight […]
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Apple is poised to reveal iOS 27 at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 8, with a public release expected in September. This update is shaping up to be one of the most significant in recent years, with a major focus on transforming Siri into an innovative AI-driven assistant. Alongside Siri’s evolution, iOS 27 […]
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Retailers in China have introduced a “blind pre-order” system for the DJI Pocket 4, allowing customers to reserve the device without confirmed details like specifications, pricing, or release dates. This approach, as highlighted by TechAvid, differs from traditional pre-orders by requiring a small deposit upfront while leaving buyers uncertain about key product information. Although this […]
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Apple has run into "more issues than expected" with its foldable iPhone that may set back its release, according to Nikkei. The engineering problems reportedly cropped up during the device's early test production phase and may delay first shipments by months, according to multiple sources briefed on the matter. However, a separate report in Bloomberg refutes the gist of Nikkei's claims.
"The current situation could put the mass production timeline at risk," one of Nikkei's sources said. "April will mark a crucial stage of the engineering verification test, and this month till early may is extremely critical." Component suppliers have supposedly been notified that the foldable iPhone's production schedule will be delayed, and Apple is working to address the problems.
In a separate article inBloomberg, however, the usually reliable Apple reporter Mark Gurman wrote that the device is still on track for a September 2026 release. "The company is scheduled to introduce the foldable model in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plans haven’t been announced," according to the report.
The complexity of the foldable iPhone's display and other components may "limit initial supply for several weeks," but Apple plans to put it on sale at the same time or shortly after the other non-foldable devices, Gurman wrote. That said, the timing isn't final and issues could still crop up ahead of production. Engadget has reached out to Apple, but so far the company has declined to comment on either the Bloomberg or Nikkei reports.
A foldable iPhone has been rumored since 2017, and Apple's biggest rival, Samsung, released its first one back in 2019. According to multiple sources, Apple was aiming to launch its debut foldable iPhone in fall 2026 alongside the iPhone 18. However, as we detailed in an explainer last month, "the project could slip into 2027 if Apple runs into manufacturing or durability issues, particularly around the hinge or display."
Apple was reportedly prioritizing the foldable iPhone and other premium models for its September event this year due to constrained supplies of components like memory chips. "Apple and the supply chain are working under a pressured timeline and the current solutions are not enough to completely solve the engineering challenge... more time is needed," Nikkei's source stated.
The problems reportedly arose during Apple's production verification tests. That's the fourth of six steps the company's new products must go through before shipping, prior to the key pilot production and mass production phases. Since the foldable would be an all-new design, it would likely need to pass each stage with flying colors before proceeding to the next.
Though likely to account for less than 10 percent of iPhone production, the foldable will be a key product for Apple designed to boost interest in iPhones across its range. Apple reportedly plans to produce seven to eight million of the devices initially, Nikkei reported. Apple has yet to announce the device.
Update April 7, 2026 at 3:02 PM ET: The article has been updated with information from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman stating that the foldable iPhone is still on schedule for a September 2026 launch.
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The 2026 update to Apple CarPlay introduces a powerful suite of features designed to enhance your driving experience through improved customization, AI integration, and usability. With a focus on personalization, safety, and convenience, this update delivers tools such as dynamic widgets, third-party AI assistant support, enhanced navigation and collaborative music controls. These advancements aim to […]
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